This cocktail created by Justin Taylor of the Cascade Room is an easy and refreshing way to enjoy bourbon

• 2 oz (30 mL) bourbon
• 0.5 oz (15 mL) fresh lemon juice
• 3 dashes Angostura bitters
• 4 oz (120 mL) ginger beer

Place all ingredients in a highball glass, add lots of ice and stir. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint. Serves 1.

—by Justin Taylor